Optimal time for rectus abdominis muscle separation repair

The best time to repair diastasis recti is around 6 weeks to 6 months after delivery, if more than half a year diastasis recti can be repaired, but the speed of repair is relatively slow, if diastasis recti has not been restored, it is recommended to consult a doctor in time. The separation of the rectus abdominis muscle is due to the overstretching of the rectus abdominis muscle caused by the excessive enlargement of the uterus. Most of the patients can repair the separation of the rectus abdominis muscle by themselves, the rectus abdominis muscle will gradually restore a certain amount of abdominal wall tension in 6 to 8 weeks, and the rectus abdominis muscle will keep repairing itself for about half a year, and the rectus abdominis muscle can be repaired after half a year, but the repairing speed will be slowed down. Patients can also actively cooperate with rehabilitation exercises, abdominal breathing exercise training, abdominal and pelvic floor muscle training, as well as functional electrical stimulation of physical therapy and other measures to promote the recovery of rectus abdominis. Patients with slow speed or even associated complications (e.g., low back pain, pelvic organ prolapse) may undergo surgical treatment. It is recommended that patients seek timely medical consultation and standardized treatment to avoid delaying their condition.